Wednesday, October 1, 2025
By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on October 1, 2025.
VANDASSELAAR, Gysbertus “Gus” GYSBERTUS “GUS” VANDASSELAAR July 16, 1937 – September 24, 2025 On September 24, 2025, the LORD has shown his mercy and promoted to glory Gus VanDasselaar, beloved husband of 63 years of Cornelia VanDasselaar, at the age of 88 years. Dear father to Kelvin, Corny, Gordon and their families.A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00am on Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at the CANADIAN REFORMED CHURCH 2707 – 21 Avenue, Coaldale, Alberta with Reverend Josh Peters, officiating.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Gus’s name may be made to the Alzheimer Society, 40, 1202 – 2 Ave S, Lethbridge, AB T1J 0E3 http://www.alzheimer.ca
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SHERMAN, Wendy WENDY SHERMAN 1945 ~ 2025 Wendy Barbara Sherman, beloved wife to Jack Sherman, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family in Lethbridge on Friday, September 26, 2025, at the age of 80 years. Wendy was recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s dementia and made the brave decision to undergo MAID, as she could not bear the thought of suffering with the long-term effects of this incurable illness.
Cremation has been entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels.
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WATKINSON, Gillian GILLIAN MARY WATKINSON 1958-09-14 to 2025-09-23 Gillian Mary Watkinson, beloved spouse of the late Gerrit (Gary) Stoffer, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2025 at the age of 67 years.
Gill was born and raised in Lethbridge; she fell in love with English, earning a Bachelor of Arts and Science degree from the University of Lethbridge in 1986. She spent her career surrounded by books, first at the Lethbridge Public Library and then at Chinook Arch Regional Library System. She loved to meet with her writer’s group, exchanging thoughts, and sharing pieces.
Gill met Gary, the love of her life, in 1998, spending the next 19 years exploring, entertaining, and sharing family traditions. They loved to take drives throughout southern Alberta and BC to admire the beautiful views, camp, dine with friends, or simply be in each other’s company. They kept one another anchored through both calm and stormy waters. Gill cherished the home they created together; it was her haven for reflection and rejuvenation.
She has been there for all of us; soccer games and recitals, weddings and divorces, loves and losses, pumpkin-carving, Christmases, Easter gatherings, a glass of wine, dinner dates, a listening ear, and a safe space to run to. She always had exactly the right thing to say, and her laugh would light up a room.
Gill had a deep connection with the earth, and all things that grow from it. She welcomed all the birds and other critters to her garden, sharing the peaceful moments, with those she loved, often over a good cup of tea.
Gill is mourned by Kate Dyson, Sarah (Trevor) (Gavin and Bailey) Sheets, Kyla (Stephen) (Teddy and Ellie) Calvert, Sydney (Noah) (Walker and Colter) Gapp, Bev (Alan) Jackson, Karen Kay, Pat (Barrie) Lewis, Linda (Norm) McElravy, Wendy Merkley, Susan Nowell-Watkinson, Deirdre O’Connell, Julie (Gary) Pike, Aimee Brooke (Alex) St. Pierre, and many friends and family.
Gill is predeceased by her parents, Leonard and Carol Watkinson, and her soulmate, Gary.
Special gratitude to the staff at St. Michael’s Palliative Care for providing such compassionate comfort; she felt safe and loved in their care. She wished to thank her work family at Chinook Arch Regional Library System for all their support. She was also very humbled by the kindness shown by family and friends over the last months.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at St. Augustine’s Anglican Church, 411 11 St S, Lethbridge, Alberta, with a private internment to follow.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lethbridge & District Humane Society or any charity that reflected her spirit.
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STEED, Cynthia CYNTHIA GAIL STEED 1950 ~ 2025 Cynthia Gail Steed (nee Turner) passed away on the 28th of September 2025. She was born and raised in Raymond, Alberta. Cynthia travelled extensively with her husband, Ken Steed, who was a Canadian Soldier. She graduated from the University of Alberta as an occupational therapist. Cynthia was a good wife, mother and grandmother; well loved.
A private graveside service will be held with close family and friends.
Cynthia will be laid to rest at Temple Hill Cemetery in Raymond, Alberta.
To send condolences, please visit http://www.generationsfh.ca
LINDBERG, Ronald “Ron” LINDBERG RONALD “RON” LINDBERG, of Lethbridge, AB, beloved husband of Marlowe Lindberg, passed away peacefully at Edith Cavell Care Centre on Monday, September 29, 2025 at the age of 87 years.
He was a proud member of the Masons and Shriners.
Ron is survived by his wife Marlowe of 63 years as well as numerous family and friends.
As per Ron’s wishes, no funeral service will be held.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
KOBE, Wilfred WILFRED KOBE 1938 ~ 2025 KOBE, Wilfred passed away after a lengthy illness at St Michaels Health Centre in Lethbridge on May 6, 2025.
A Memorial Service will be held at 1:30pm on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at ST. AUGUSTINE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, 411 11 St South, Lethbridge. In lieu of flowers please feel free to make a donation to your favourite charity in Wilf’s memory.
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JOHNSON, Alan ALAN JOHNSON 1936 ~ 2025 Mr. Alan Johnson, of Lethbridge, passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at the age of 88 years.
Cremation has been entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels.
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RUSSELL, Oliver RUSSELL Oliver Russell “Mia’nistsipisttoohk”, passed away on September 25, 2025 in Cardston, Alberta at the age of 86 years.
A wake service will be held at Senator Gladstone Hall, Blood Reserve, Alberta on Sunday, October 5, 2025 from 7:00 – 11:00 pm. A funeral service will also be at Senator Gladstone Hall on Monday, October 6 at 11:00 am. Cremation to follow.
To send a condolence please visit http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca
SUGAI, Claudia SUGAI CLAUDIA SUGAI, beloved wife of the late Ray Sugai, passed away peacefully at the hospital, surrounded by family on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at the age of 86 years.
Arrangements entrusted to Cornerstone Funeral Home.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
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